Kaiapoi has the Maori word for food in its title..."Kai"

Kaiapoi lives up to its name - from quick snacks, cafes, great take aways to formal dining, there's plenty of choice in Kaiapoi

Cafe's in Kaiapoi

Rivertown Cafe is one of our favourite spots to pop into and get a lovely coffee, they have lovely friendly staff and fresh food, Tracey the Manager is just so lovely and passionate about her team and her community (come in for a chat, meet new friends. - MID-MORNING MINGLE MONDAYS).

Another great spot is Coffee Culture, Chris's team are on the ball providing consistently wonderful service.

Red Eight Cafe has some amazing food...especially Fridays... Steph the owner and Chef just makes so wonderful desserts

Jagz is owned and operated by ex Southlander, Jane, she is amazing..she holds Monthly events, weekly specials ie on Fridays and Sundays..Jagz is in Sovereign Palms, at the top end of Kaiapoi is located not far from Kaiapoi's golf course is a wonderful drop in spot for a coffee, drink and nibble, before you head home.

3 cows, this was one of the first restaurants we visited when we moved to Kaiapoi, when we want to give friends and family a great meal we pop in here.

Paris for the Weekend is Kaiapoi's newest Cafe, based in Kaiapoi's old historic train station building. Serving yummy tea & coffee, high teas, chocolates and on site hand made food...including a wide range of gluten free food. This is a must visit when in Kaiapoi.

Takeaway's in Kaiapoi

Kaiapoi has a raft of takeaway food outlets, whether you want chinese, thai, pizza, fish and chips, maroccan, cambodian, etc Kaiapoi is a great place to stop by and have something to eat.

Khmer Angkor, provide you with Cambodia’s greatest Authentic dishes made using our own home-Grown Aromatic herbs, i.e. lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, Coriander, mint leaves and other Seasonal vegetables. First timers...try a set menu...so you can sample a wide range of lovelyness.

We have created a Kaiapoi Map (see below) that features all of the food related businesses in Kaiapoi

We love visiting Zaafran the food is great and is incredibly affordable.

Bars in Kaiapoi

CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen Kaiapoi is the heart of the community in every way. We love to help support local teams, clubs & activities where ever possible, with a variety of fundraising opportunities. We have a large venue with plenty of space for all your functions or the family & kids to play & enjoy.